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San Jose to Cartagena

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San Jose, Spain → Cartagena, Spain

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from San Jose to Cartagena

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Transport providers

Train operators

Renfe Viajeros

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/en
Train from Murcia Del Carmen to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$7.59–$10.76

Renfe Cercanias

Phone:
+34 91 232 03 20
Website:
renfe.com/es/es/cercanias
Train from Estación de tren Lorca Sutullena to Estación
Ave. Duration:
1h 17m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$4.81–$6.20

Bus operators

ALSA

Phone:
+34 910 207 007
Website:
alsa.com/en/web/bus/home
Bus from Venta Del Pobre to Lorca
Ave. Duration:
1h 40m
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$11.39–$17.72

BusbamSL

Phone:
+34 902 22 72 72
Website:
busbam.com
Bus from Almería to Cartagena
Ave. Duration:
3h 30m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$21.52

Autocares Bernardo

Phone:
+34 (0) 950 25 04 22
Website:
autocaresbernardo.com/
Bus from San José to Almería
Ave. Duration:
1h
Frequency:
3 times a day
Estimated price:
$3.54–$3.73

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from San José to Cartagena?

The cheapest way to get from San José to Cartagena is to bus which costs $15.22 - $21.74 and takes 5h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from San José to Cartagena?

The fastest way to get from San José to Cartagena is to drive which takes 2h 3m and costs $32.61 - $47.83 .

Is there a direct bus between San José and Cartagena?

No, there is no direct bus from San José to Cartagena. However, there are services departing from San José and arriving at Cartagena via Almería. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from San José to Cartagena?

The distance between San José and Cartagena is 259 km. The road distance is 181.4 km.

How do I travel from San José to Cartagena without a car?

The best way to get from San José to Cartagena without a car is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $15.22 - $21.74 .

How long does it take to get from San José to Cartagena?

It takes approximately 5h 30m to get from San José to Cartagena, including transfers.

Where do I catch the San José to Cartagena bus from?

San José to Cartagena bus services, operated by Autocares Bernardo, depart from San José station.

Train, bus or fly from San José to Cartagena?

The best way to get from San José to Cartagena is to bus which takes 5h 30m and costs $15.22 - $21.74 . There are no good options to train or fly between San José to Cartagena.

Where does the San José to Cartagena bus arrive?

San José to Cartagena bus services, operated by Autocares Bernardo, arrive at Almería station.

Can I drive from San José to Cartagena?

Yes, the driving distance between San José to Cartagena is 181 km. It takes approximately 2h 3m to drive from San José to Cartagena.

Where can I stay near Cartagena?

There are 1670+ hotels available in Cartagena. Prices start at $31.54 per night.
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